Updates and Information for VHA’s Valued Clients and Families
Issue 82, February 2026
VHA proudly publishes 2025 Client Voice Report
In 2025, client partners continued to play a vital role in guiding and informing VHA's quality improvement initiatives that shaped how care is planned and delivered.
In recognition and celebration of their ongoing contributions, the 2025 Client Voice Impact Report has been officially released. By working alongside staff and leadership, client partners helped VHA stay centred on those receiving care. Their impact in 2025 reflects a shared commitment to quality and compassion that will continue into the year ahead.
Celebrating Black Leaders at VHA During Black History Month
Embracing diversity, equity and inclusion is a cornerstone of what makes our VHA community spectacular. As we honour Black History Month, also known as Black/African Heritage Month, we’re celebrating remarkable Black leaders at VHA and hearing from them about how DEI shapes their incredible contributions to our collective work of empowering others to live with more independence in the community.
BlackNorth Initiative and VHA Home HealthCare announce 2026 Future Leaders Scholarship recipients
Recently, BlackNorth Initiative, in partnership with VHA Home HealthCare, was proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the BlackNorth Initiative and VHA Future Leaders Scholarship, a program that provides $2,000 scholarships to Black students pursuing post secondary education in Canada.
The Future Leaders Scholarship was created to help reduce financial barriers, expand access to post-secondary education, and support the next generation of Black leaders through opportunities for mentorship and community connection.
A Q&A with Peter Kinch: One of VHA’s newest Board members
In 2025, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) was fortunate to welcome Peter Kinch as a new Board member.
As a Chartered Professional Accountant for 39 years and with extensive Board experience, Peter brings expertise with matters including internal controls, financial operations and governance to VHA’s diverse, experienced, volunteer Board.
We had the opportunity to speak with Peter about his decision to join VHA’s Board. Here is what he had to say.
Challenges to Medication Management at Home
Medication safety is a critical part of keeping older adults healthy at home. While most people do their best to follow medication instructions, aging adults often face challenges that can make managing medications more difficult than expected.
In our most recent blog, we share insights and guidance on how to better manage medication at home.
Staying Active Indoors: Winter Exercise Ideas for Older Adults
As winter continues, staying active can become more challenging for older adults. Cold temperatures, icy sidewalks and shorter days can make outdoor activity unsafe and lower motivation to keep moving. However, staying active is essential at any age.
Fortunately, there are many low-impact, safe ways for older adults to stay active indoors, whether at home, in a condo or apartment building, or in a community space.
See our list of tips and tricks for staying active indoors during the winter for older adults.
Are you registered for the myVHA Client Portal?
Have you joined myVHA yet? Designed with our clients' needs in mind, the myVHA Client Portal is secure and simple to use. Anytime, from anywhere, find your schedule in real time, cancel visits, message your coordination team and more!
Registering for myVHA is easy. If you’re a VHA client receiving personal support services, shift nursing services, or visiting one of VHA’s nursing clinics, you’re eligible to use the portal. All you need is your date of birth and health card number to validate your identity on the registration page at https://myvha.vha.ca/auth/register. Once successfully validated, you will have full access to the service.
To learn more about the portal, please visit www.vha.ca/myvha. If you encounter any issues feel free to email a member of our myVHA Support Team at myvha@vha.ca.
